David's Saturday Night Sit Back
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From College Dropout to Tattoo Artist: Bryan’s Journey of Creativity & Connection
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On tonight’s episode of David’s Saturday Night Sit Back (DSNSB), we’re thrilled to welcome Bryan, a talented Latino tattoo artist who’s made his mark in Austin, TX. Born in the Dominican Republic, raised in Jersey, and having spent time in Queens, NY, Bryan’s journey from a business major at Montclair State University to a passionate artist is a testament to following your dreams. Leaving college in his junior year, Bryan took a leap of faith to pursue his passion for tattooing, and tonight, we explore his incredible story of growth, adversity, and creativity.
We’ll touch on Bryan’s spiritual journey, his love for anime, fitness, and the mindset that has shaped his artistic career. Whether you’re looking for inspiration to follow your own path or curious about the life of a tattoo artist, this episode will leave you with valuable lessons on healing, connection, and mindset.
Episode Highlights:
(0:00) Reflecting on childhood memories: We chat about mutual friends, childhood games, and dive into the concept of alter egos and their darker sides.
(23:00) Bryan’s upbringing: Growing up in the Dominican Republic, moving to Queens, NY, then New Jersey, and the evolution of his relationship with religion.
(32:10) Mentorship and creativity: Bryan talks about his suspension from college and how it led him to discover his creative outlets in dancing and drawing.
(48:00) Hot takes on famous artists: Bryan shares his thoughts on Michael Jackson, Linkin Park, and 30 Seconds to Mars.
(59:00) The first tattoo: Bryan tells the story of how he got his first tattoo and what it meant for his artistic journey.
(1:05:10) Defining art: We discuss the meaning of art, and Bryan shares his personal journey of becoming an artist.
(1:18:00) Grounding and presence: Bryan talks about the importance of slowing down in fast-paced environments and why expressing gratitude is key to staying grounded.
(1:32:00) Nervous tattoo requests: Bryan reveals which tattoo requests made him nervous and how he navigates deep connections in situations that often feel superficial.
(1:47:00) Vulnerability and healing relationships: Bryan reads a powerful quote on vulnerability and shares the heartwarming story of rekindling his relationship with his father.
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